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Car Dealers Embrace Energy Efficient Electric Cars

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Eco-friendly electric cars may seem like an easy sell, but it’s not turning out that way. “Green” cars require a significant education process for both sellers and consumers, but some enthusiastic dealers are taking the lead.

Dealer Is “Bullish” on the Future of Electric Cars

Herb Chambers owns a 57-dealer network in the Boston area that sells most of the major auto brands currently available in the United States. After attending meetings in Germany and Japan, Chambers believes that electric cars have a strong future in this country.

Many of Chambers’ dealerships are selling electric cars, and he feels their popularity will grow in relation to decreasing prices and increasing range. The latter feature is particularly relevant in the Northeast, where cold weather can cut the range of electric batteries.

Showdown vs. Tesla Motors

Complicating the electric car situation in the United States is the battle between licensed dealers and Tesla Motors, whose luxury models are shown at company-owned retail stores and sold online. Chambers doesn’t consider Tesla’s five retail outlets in Massachusetts to be much competition.

According to Chambers, he wasn’t impressed after test-driving a Tesla model, and he feels the brand is overpriced compared to BMW, Lexus and Mercedes-Benz. So far Chambers is one of few dealers willing to compete head-to-head against Tesla.

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Consumer Demand is Driving Changes in the Auto Market in 2017

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Continued Demand Expected to Mean Another Good Year for Automakers

When the books are closed on 2016, auto sales are expected to actually improve slightly on 2015’s record numbers of 17.5 million vehicles. So what does this mean for 2017? Industry experts have some surprising answers.

What’s Behind the Boom in Auto Sales?

Over the last few years, robust auto sales have been driven by falling gas prices, available credit and increased demand. Thanks to a lower unemployment rate, more and more Americans are in need of reliable transportation.

What goes up must come down, and some analysts think that sales have plateaued, but many others argue that signs are indicating continued strong sales, with any possible downturn being relatively minor.

Keeping Up with Changing Consumer Demand

While automakers are pleased with sales, it’s the product mix that’s causing concern. When SUVs were introduced, their popularity and profits caused many auto companies to leave smaller cars behind, a strategy that backfired when gas prices skyrocketed.

Enter the newer high-quality compact SUVs, often referred to as crossovers, which combine the appeal of trucks and larger SUVs with the driving ease and fuel economy of cars. As sedans and sports cars continue to lose market share, automakers are exercising restraint as they adjust their product mix to meet consumer demand while avoiding the pitfalls of going all-in.

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Top Trends/Predictions for the Auto Industry for 2017

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Car Sales Trends

While technology has made incredible advancements over the last few years, scientists have still not come up with a reliable way to tell the future. But there are plenty of knowledgeable experts who are willing to weigh in on what they see happening in the auto industry during 2017.

Car Sales Will Remain Healthy

In 2015, an astonishing 17.5 million light vehicles were purchased in the United States, and 2016 numbers are expected to top out at 18 million for an astronomic increase of 73 percent over the last seven years. Experts believe that the growing population will continue to boost sales, which could reach 20 million annually before hitting a natural slowdown.

Intuitive Dashboards Will Continue to Develop

Today’s cars are increasingly integrating touch screen along with voice and gesture control to access features, but don’t expect old-school buttons and knobs to disappear completely just yet.

Avoid Cars with Self-Driving Capabilities

If you truly can’t tear yourself away from your phone or tablet, self-driving features may be the way to go. But if you’re a normally attentive driver, these systems can become more of a distraction than the devices themselves.

Put That Tesla Model 3 Order on Hold

While Tesla has promised to roll out the new Model 3s in late 2017, their past track record shows regular delays of roughly two years. Look for the Model 3 in fall 2019.

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Car Dealership Puts Passion for Helping Charities at Top of To Do List

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Everybody wins when businesses partner up with charities to help make a difference. For Don Rodman, decades of devotion to hosting and promoting events for causes that are dear to him have not only made him a beloved figure in his community, but contributed over $100 million to a variety of nonprofits.

The Boston Globe recently profiled Rodman, a Ford dealership owner in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Since 1990, his Rodman Ride for Kids has raised funds and awareness for youth programs in his home state. He’s been called upon by other charities to help improve their events, and he’s even been recognized by Pope John Paul II for his charitable work.

A Story of Partnering for Good

Rodman likes to say that anybody can get involved in philanthropy. His story shows that what may start as a small idea can grow over time into a rallying point with profound impact.

One important form of motivation is that Rodman increases his personal donation when an event reaches an ambitious but realistic fundraising goal. His auto dealership also covers operational costs for the events, so donors know their money goes where it’s needed.

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